5 Food Items Have Been Recalled Across Canada — So Check Your Groceries

"Do not consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute recalled products."

Assistant Editor, MTL Blog
A person standing in the aisle of a grocery store in Canada.

A person standing in the aisle of a grocery store in Canada.

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled a number of food items sold across Canada for several reasons including the presence of "dangerous bacteria" and undeclared ingredients.

Health Canada has released a number of recall warnings, urging consumers to verify if they have purchased any of the affected products. If so, it's recommended that you do not consume, sell, or distribute the recalled items. Health Canada has stated that consumers should toss the item(s) out immediately or return them to the point of purchase.

Here are the five recalled foods to look out for:

Nestlé Good Start-Soothe formula

Recalled Product: Nestlé Good Start-Soothe (infant formula) | 942 g

Recall Reason: Per Health Canada, "the affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Cronobacter sakazakii contamination."

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Fried fish ball

Recalled Product: N/A (Chinese characters only) Fried Fish Ball | 2.5 kg | Best Before: June 18, 2024

Recall Reason: According to Health Canada, "the affected product is being recalled from the marketplace because it contains egg which is not declared on the label."

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Nuba brand Carob drink

Recalled Product: Nuba Carob (drink) | 750 ml

Recall Reason: The affected beverage has been recalled across Canada because it may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum, which is a dangerous bacteria.

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Frozen Pre-Fried Tempura Shrimp

Recalled Product: Frozen Pre-Fried Tempura Shrimp | 3 kg

Recall Reason: Health Canada stated that the "frozen pre-fried tempura shrimp have been recalled due to undeclared egg."

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Fresh pork breakfast sausage

Recalled Product: Fresh pork breakfast sausage | 1 lb

Recall Reason: "Fresh pork breakfast sausage has been recalled due to undeclared mustard," Health Canada said.

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Mike Chaar
Assistant Editor, MTL Blog
Mike Chaar is a writer by day and reality TV binge-watcher by night. When he’s not cracking down on recalls, celeb news and discovering the best of the best foodie spots across Montreal, he can be found indulging in his love for new cuisines, reading and music, with Mariah Carey being his ultimate diva.
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